The sector classifications of the current Dow Jones STOXX 600 components will remain unchanged.

As of 28 April, 2006 the total free-float market capitalization of the reconstituted Dow Jones STOXX 600 increased from EUR 6,223.58 billion to EUR 6,525.35 billion and of the reconstituted Dow Jones STOXX Total Market Index from EUR 6,672.66 to EUR 7,010.22 billion.

As of April 28, 2006 the total free-float market capitalization of the reconstituted Dow Jones STOXX Global 1800 index increased from EUR 20,330.48 billion to EUR 20,524.54 billion, and of the reconstituted Dow Jones STOXX EU Enlarged Total Market Index increased from EUR 72.11 billion to EUR 80.09 billion.

The composition of the Dow Jones STOXX Football Index will remain unchanged and the free-float market capitalization is EUR 830.14 million.

The changes are part of the company's regular quarterly component review. The adjusted component weightings, including the number of shares and free-float factors, will be announced on 14 June 14, 2006 after close of European markets. All changes will be effective on 19 June 19, 2006.